2005 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 4 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), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 270 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Citroen |
| Model | M | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
