2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |