2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 926 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 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 135 L |
