2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 990 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C1 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
