2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
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, 1989 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
