2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | C5 | Rapide |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |