2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Xterra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
