1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 8 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1236 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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 2007 Nissan Titan. 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan 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 2007 Nissan Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C 15 Titan
Year Released 1999 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1748 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 23.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 2181 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 106 L


 

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