1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 876 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 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M 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 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C 15 | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
