2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 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 Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 46 L |
