1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 30 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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
