2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |