1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 110 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 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Sephia II 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 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C 15 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
