2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | C5 | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
