2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 417 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot Nautilus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
