2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1993 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | J30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
