2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C4 | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |