2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac CTS and 2004 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | CTS | C 15 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |