2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 351 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |