2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
