1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1498 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C 15 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 132 L |
