2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic (144 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
