2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 4 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 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 19 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
