2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1087 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 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara 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 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
