2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 871 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (315 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C2 2005 Nissan Murano
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C2 Murano
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 245 HP
Torque 88 Nm 315 Nm
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 81 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1806 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 82 L


 

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