2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Platina weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 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 Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Platina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |
