2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C4 | Patrol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 135 L |