1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 674 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C3, 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
