1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 875 kg more than 1992 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, 1999 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | Montana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
