2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia

To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.

Because 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C5 200 SX Silvia
Year Released 2008 1994
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1491 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm


 

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