2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C5 and 2011 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 347 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C5 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |