2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 131 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 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
