2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 5 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 559 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
