2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 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 F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
