2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti FX (300 HP) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti FX weights approximately 393 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 2001 Infiniti FX 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, 2001 Infiniti FX 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, 2001 Infiniti FX (407 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2001 Infiniti FX
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model C5 FX
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 300 HP
Torque 117 Nm 407 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1367 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L


 

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