2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |