2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 60 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 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |