2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C2 2006 Nissan 350Z
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C2 350Z
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3491 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 76 L


 

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