2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 960 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
