1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1460 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C 15 Frontier
Year Released 1998 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 23.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 80 L


 

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