1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 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 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
