1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1135 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 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | C 15 | Trooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |