1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Ford Orion
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Orion weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1994 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1994 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
