2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 585 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 Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C2 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |