1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 835 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 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
