1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1290 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 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
