2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 698 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2012 Nissan Navara 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. 2012 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2012 Nissan Navara
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C3 Navara
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 178 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1334 kg 2032 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L


 

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