2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
