2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 906 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
