1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |
