2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Nissan Tiida is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 137 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2009 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Tiida |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |