2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
