2001 Citroen C vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 970 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C | G |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
