2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
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 Oldsmobile Intrigue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 15 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
