2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Nissan 100 NX

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1995 Nissan 100 NX.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 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 1995 Nissan 100 NX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 1995 Nissan 100 NX
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C5 100 NX
Year Released 2009 1995
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1593 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1320 mm