1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1014 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 142 L |
