1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 15 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 836 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C 15 | Equinox |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |