1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2750 mm |
