2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Primera | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
