2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.

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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2006 Nissan Frontier
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C5 Frontier
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 204 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 386 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1597 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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