1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 14 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1400 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C 15 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
