2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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 2009 Nissan Armada. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
