2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Nissan Xterra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 634 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
