2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 482 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. 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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |