2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
