2005 Citroen C vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 597 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
