2012 Nissan NV vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1313 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 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | NV | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
