1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 6 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 125 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA 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 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C 15 | xA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
