1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 13 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1470 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 2006 Nissan Quest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Quest |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |