2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 911 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
