2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 286 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
