1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1111 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot 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 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3471 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
