2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 126 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |