2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 8 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
