1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage and 1998 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 609 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Project Vantage | C 15 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 108 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 47 L |