2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra 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 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
