2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |