1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena 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 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Serena |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |