1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1083 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex 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 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
