2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
