2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
