2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2010 Nissan Altima and 2010 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 709 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Altima | C1 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |