2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |