2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
