2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 TVR T 350

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.

Because 2008 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2008 TVR T 350
Make Citroen TVR
Model C5 T 350
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 392 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.3 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1607 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 65 L


 

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