1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 13 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 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 875 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 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3270 mm |
