1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 949 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
