2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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. Both 2004 Citroen C 15 and 2008 Nissan Primera are equipped with a 1,769 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 366 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Primera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
