1995 Citroen C vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 14 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 715 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 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |
