2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Frontier | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
