2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (138 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 418 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
