1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Ford Puma
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Ford Puma (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Puma 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 | 1997 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
