2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |