2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 99 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
