1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 475 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen C 15 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1752 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 | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |