2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 321 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 996 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
