2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 257 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara. 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 Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
