1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C 15 | M |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
