2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
