2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Lexus RX

To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 217 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus RX (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C5 2007 Lexus RX
Make Citroen Lexus
Model C5 RX
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 288 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 83 mm
Top Speed 226 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 7.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 65 L


 

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