2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera.
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 Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Primera | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |