2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue

To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C5 2009 Nissan Rogue
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C5 Rogue
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L