2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
