1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1084 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
