2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
