Citroen C4 Cactus 2014 vs Nissan Pulsar 2014
| Body: | Crossover / SUV | Hatchback | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 205 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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Citroen C4 Cactus is more dynamic to drive. Citroen C4 Cactus engine produces 5 HP less power than Nissan Pulsar, but torque is 15 NM more than Nissan Pulsar. Despite less power, Citroen C4 Cactus reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 46 litres | |
| 830 km with real consumption | 690 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 156 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Nissan Pulsar can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Nissan Pulsar version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C4 Cactus engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Opel Combo, Peugeot 2008, Citroen C4 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Juke | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C4 Cactus might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Citroen C4 Cactus 2014 1.2 engine: Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.16 m | 4.39 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.52 m | |
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Citroen C4 Cactus is smaller. Citroen C4 Cactus is 23 cm shorter than the Nissan Pulsar, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen C4 Cactus is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 358 litres | 385 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1170 litres | 1395 litres | |
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Nissan Pulsar has more luggage space. Citroen C4 Cactus has 27 litres less trunk space than the Nissan Pulsar. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Nissan Pulsar (by 225 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Citroen C4 Cactus is 0.7 metres more than that of the Nissan Pulsar, which means Citroen C4 Cactus can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`555 | 1`750 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Nissan Pulsar scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Average price (€): | 7400 | 6800 | |
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