1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 994 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 359 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |