2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400

To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Nissan 1400 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc, 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (67 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.

Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen C2 (150 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C2 2006 Nissan 1400
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C2 1400
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1397 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 63 HP
Torque 150 Nm 97 Nm
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 77 mm
Top Speed 166 km/hour 146 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 16.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 45 L


 

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