2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Pathfinder | C6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |