1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1769 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
