2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Murano | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |
