1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Highlander |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2360 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 | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |