2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 814 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C3 2005 Nissan Terrano
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C3 Terrano
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1359 cc 2954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 155 HP
Torque 115 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 167 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.2 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1894 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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