1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1061 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 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso 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 2008 SsangYong Musso
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model C 15 Musso
Year Released 1996 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1906 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 73 L


 

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