2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Dodge Viper
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C 15 and 2003 Dodge Viper were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 578 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.
Because 2003 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper 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 | 2003 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C 15 | Viper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 8195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |