2001 Citroen C vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 554 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | Primera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
