1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C 15 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
