2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1996 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
