2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Serena |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
