2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 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, 1996 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
