2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
