2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
