2005 Citroen C vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
