1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 475 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia 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 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
