2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Nissan Alpha were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Alpha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Because 2001 Nissan Alpha is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha 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, 2001 Nissan Alpha (359 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Alpha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2001 Nissan Alpha has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Alpha will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Alpha |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1285 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |