2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 3 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 467 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 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
