2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1127 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
