1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1027 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.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
