1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 1996 Citroen C 15 and 1996 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria (179 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 985 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.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 179 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
