2006 Nissan Note vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 Nissan Note. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Note | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Note | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 71 L |
