2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 426 kg more than 2003 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C4. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C4 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
