1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 121 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 127 L |
