1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 20 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1124 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C 15 | RX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
