2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (141 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |