2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | C3 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |