2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
