2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 468 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 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 2000 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2000 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
