2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
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 Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 414 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
