2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
