1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2345 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 167 L |
