1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 19 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 832 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 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander 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 | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
