2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
