2011 Nissan Juke vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Juke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Juke would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 183 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Juke | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Juke | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4125 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
