2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | I |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |
