2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C5 | 599 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 105 L |