2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 130 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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 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 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C 15 | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |