2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 900 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C 15 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
