1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 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, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
