2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5.
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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 15.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |