2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 869 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
