2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 715 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 2010 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
