2003 Nissan Quest vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Quest | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
