2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Almera (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera.
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, 2003 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Almera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
