1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 230 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, 2007 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ikon 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 | 2007 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Ikon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |