2005 Citroen C3 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 C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1105 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |