1992 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Seville (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 651 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
