2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Note |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
