2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Quest |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |