1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C 15 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |