2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 442 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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
