1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 745 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 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 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | F550 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
