1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | C 15 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
