2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 390 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.
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 Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |