2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |