1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 284 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, 1998 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus 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 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
