2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 892 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | C5 | D8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
