2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Altima | C5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |