1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 811 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
