2005 Citroen C vs. 2006 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 400 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 Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 Quest
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C Quest
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 76 L


 

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