1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1991 Citroen C 15 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
