2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4.
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 Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C4 | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |