1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 13 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 670 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 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego 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 | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
