2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 612 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C2 | Micra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |