2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C5 | M |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
