1987 Audi 200 vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
