2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage

To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.

Because 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 V12 Vantage. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
Make Citroen Aston Martin
Model C5 V12 Vantage
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2945 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1694 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4384 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1864 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1234 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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