2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Primera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |