1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1355 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 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
