2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 638 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
