2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| 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 | 1080 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
