2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Primera | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
