1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1000 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C 15 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
