2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |