1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 17 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 970 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 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M 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 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C 15 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
