2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 283 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 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
