2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 443 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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 (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
