2011 Nissan Titan vs. 2009 Citroen C5

To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 2 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5.

Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Nissan Titan 2009 Citroen C5
Make Nissan Citroen
Model Titan C5
Year Released 2011 2009
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5551 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 4060 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 68 L


 

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