2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 66 L |
