1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1015 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |