2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Bluebird (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2006 Nissan Bluebird (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2006 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
