2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 194 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 Lexus SC 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 SC. 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 SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC 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 SC | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | C5 | SC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |