1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
