2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 82 L |
