2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 Aston Martin V8 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 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 47 L |