1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 635 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 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
