2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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 Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |