1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 933 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
