2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 213 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |