2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I.
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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | I |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
