1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1997 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1997 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 402 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1997 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Cavalier | C 15 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |