2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
