2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
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 Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2. 2008 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C2 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |