1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 483 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
