2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman. 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 Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
