2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 125 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |