2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3903 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
