1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 152 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Patrol | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
