1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 16 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 871 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar 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 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
