1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 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 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |