2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 3 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 785 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |