2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1440 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 2012 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 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan 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 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C 15 Titan
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 5551 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 5200 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 23.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 2385 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 140 L


 

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