2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew.
Because 1999 Nissan Crew 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 1999 Nissan Crew. 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, 1999 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Crew |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
