1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
