2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1994 Nissan Crew.
Because 1994 Nissan Crew 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 1994 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Nissan Crew (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1994 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Crew |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
