2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |