2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 22 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
