2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Express | C 15 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |