1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C 15 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
