2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1991 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1991 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1991 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
