2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 937 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
