2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 553 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |