1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 750 kg more than 1994 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 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
