2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
