2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2685 mm |
