2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
