1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 8 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 630 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 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |