2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |