2005 Citroen C vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |