1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 715 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C 15 Tacoma
Year Released 1990 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2688 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 79 L