2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1991 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1991 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
