1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 13 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, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark 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 150 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C 15 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
