2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 686 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 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 2008 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C3 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |