2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 9 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
