2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 850 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
