2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C8 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
