1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 13 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 634 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Spectra 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 | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
