2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 267 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | C5 | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |