2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
