2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 740 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Terrano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Terrano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |