2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 C4 (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C4 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |