2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | C5 | RX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |