1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 625 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C 15 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
