2006 Nissan Quest 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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 300 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Quest | C4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |