2010 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Altima | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Altima | C1 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4595 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |