1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 1499 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
