2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 127 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
