2011 Nissan Quest vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Quest | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Quest | C4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2063 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1854 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |