2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C 15 and 2004 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C8 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C8 weights approximately 692 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, 2004 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C8 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 | 2004 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C 15 | C8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |