2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra.
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 Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C4 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
