2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C5 | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
