1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 859 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.
Because 2008 Ford Falcon 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 2008 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon 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 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
