1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 20 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C 15 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |