1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |