2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 353 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1404 mm |
