2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 933 kg more than 2001 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Quest |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |