2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2003 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Sentra (245 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C5 | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
