2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 2007 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
