2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 117 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 2008 Nissan Armada 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 2008 Nissan Armada. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
