1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1996 Steyr G-series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Steyr G-series (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Steyr G-series 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, 1996 Steyr G-series (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | C 15 | G-series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
