1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 788 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C 15 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |