2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2011 Nissan Sentra and 2011 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 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 Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Sentra | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Sentra | C3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |