2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Nubira. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C5 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
