1995 Citroen C vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 995 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
