2003 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 2 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 347 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 2003 Infiniti M 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 2003 Infiniti M. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Citroen |
| Model | M | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
