1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 13 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 191 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.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
