2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | C5 | LM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 169 L |
