2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2009 Ford S-Max is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford S-Max weights approximately 798 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, 2009 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford S-Max 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 | 2009 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
