2001 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Primera | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Primera | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
