1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1021 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 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C 15 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
