2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C2 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
