1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 629 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester 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 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C 15 | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |