1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 14 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 455 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo 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 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C 15 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |