1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 15 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1510 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2355 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 135 L |