2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 131 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
