2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |