2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 73 L |
