2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 911 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
