Nissan Qashqai 2021 vs Citroen C5 Aircross 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 158 HP | 131 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
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Nissan Qashqai is more dynamic to drive. Nissan Qashqai engine produces 27 HP more power than Citroen C5 Aircross, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Citroen C5 Aircross. Thanks to more power Nissan Qashqai reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.5 | 5.2 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km | 7.5 l/100km | |
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By specification Nissan Qashqai consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C5 Aircross, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Nissan Qashqai could require 45 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Nissan Qashqai consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C5 Aircross. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 53 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1000 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 1120 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C5 Aircross engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Nissan X-Trail | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C5 Aircross might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Nissan Qashqai engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Nissan Qashqai 2021 1.3 engine: No major systemic issues have been identified with this engine over the years. The most commonly reported concerns—though not widespread—include unstable idle, intake valve contamination, and complaints ... More about Nissan Qashqai 2021 1.3 engine Citroen C5 Aircross 2018 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Citroen C5 Aircross 2018 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.43 m | 4.50 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.63 m | 1.67 m | |
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Nissan Qashqai is smaller. Nissan Qashqai is 8 cm shorter than the Citroen C5 Aircross, width is practically the same , while the height of Nissan Qashqai is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 436 litres | 580 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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Citroen C5 Aircross has more luggage space. Nissan Qashqai has 144 litres less trunk space than the Citroen C5 Aircross. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 10.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Nissan Qashqai is 0.4 metres more than that of the Citroen C5 Aircross, which means Nissan Qashqai can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`985 | 1`940 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Nissan Qashqai scores higher in safety tests, but Citroen C5 Aircross is better rated in child safety tests. The Nissan Qashqai scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 25 600 | 22 400 | |
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