1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 8 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 725 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C 15 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
