2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 312 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 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 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| 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 | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
