2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 2007 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3, 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C3 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
