2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1995 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
