2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1697 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C 15 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |