1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Citroen |
| Model | Nazca | C5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
