1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15.
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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
