2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
