1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 612 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 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C 15 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |