2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 913 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.

Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C3 2007 Nissan Navara
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C3 Navara
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 172 HP
Torque 110 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 164 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1211 kg 2124 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 80 L


 

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