2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3.
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 Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
