2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 244 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 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 135 L |
