2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Proton 400
To start off, 2002 Proton 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton 400 weights approximately 51 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 Citroen C 15 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C 15 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
