2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 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 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C 15 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
