2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C5 Titan
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.8 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 106 L


 

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