2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
