2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 956 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
