2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 644 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |