2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube.
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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Cube |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |