2012 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, both 2012 Nissan Sentra and 2012 Citroen C4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 24 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | Sentra | C4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |