1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 17 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 940 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C 15 | Grandis |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |