1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 11 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, 2009 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka 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 5 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen C 15 | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Ka |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |