2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1998 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C5 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
