2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Quest | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |