2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 162 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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
