2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Nissan President

To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5. 2000 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C5 2000 Nissan President
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C5 President
Year Released 2009 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3040 mm


 

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