2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 212 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
