2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 838 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C3 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |