2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | Cayman | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
