2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 521 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model C5 FX
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 1943 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.3 L/100km 13.4 L/100km