2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima 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 (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Altima | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | 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 | 1574 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
