2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Boxter | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2475 mm |
