1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 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 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C 15 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
