1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1515 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 15 | GL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
