2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
