2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1511 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C3 | Titan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 140 L |