2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
