1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
