2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 567 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
