2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 632 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5. 2011 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
