1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 7 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 839 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, 2005 Peugeot 807 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 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 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
