1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 929 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
