2012 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1219 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
Model | Range Rover | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 508 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2584 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4973 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2035 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 66 L |