2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
