1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 211 kg more than 1996 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
