2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C5 2013 Infiniti EX
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model C5 EX
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Natural Gas (CNG)
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 1607 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4631 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1589 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2850 mm


 

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