1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire.
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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C 15 | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Aspire |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |