2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | 350Z | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
