2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
