2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 8 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 803 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
