2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1998 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Presea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
