2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 456 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C2 | Frontier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |