2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2006 Ferrari 612 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 2006 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | 612 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
