2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |