2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2. 2005 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1767 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
