1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 190 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
