2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C 15 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
