2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Because 2001 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | C5 | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |