1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 633 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.
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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C 15 | V50 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |