2002 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Maxima | C4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
