2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 50 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |