2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1037 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 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2007 Nissan Navara
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C3 Navara
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 404 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 153 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1085 kg 2122 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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