2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C4 | 1400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |