2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Ferrari 612 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 612 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 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C5 | 612 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 105 L |