2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (149 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 592 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
