1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Avenger is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 694 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, 2012 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Avenger 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 | 2012 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C 15 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
