1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 355 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 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster 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 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2673 mm |
