1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 875 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 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger 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 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
