1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. Both 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia and 2011 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
