2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 395 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
