1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 410 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 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
