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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 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. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 510 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 | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
