2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 254 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, 2008 Nissan Tiida (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
