2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2000 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | PT Cruiser | C 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |