2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 951 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest 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 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
