2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C4 | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |