1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1400 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C 15 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2895 mm |