2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Pathfinder and 2009 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 577 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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 Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Pathfinder | C1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
