2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1994 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1994 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
