2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 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, 2010 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C 15 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
