1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 670 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
