2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | Carrera GT | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 71 L |
