2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Altima 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 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
