2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Pickup | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
