1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen C 15 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C 15 | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |