2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
