2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

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 Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C4 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C4 Frontier
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 3952 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1257 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 80 L


 

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