2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C 15 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Solara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |