2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C 15 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |