2003 Citroen C vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |