1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1515 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
