1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 165 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 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition 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 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 106 L |
