2007 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Citroen |
| Model | GS | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |
