2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1375 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 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C 15 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
