1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 546 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.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C 15 | 993 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |