1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 635 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |