2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 299 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
