1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 553 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C 15 Forester
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1398 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 60 L