1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 933 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 2012 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | C 15 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
