1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 829 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
