2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
