2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 MG XPower

To start off, both 2004 Citroen C 15 and 2004 MG XPower were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 545 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 MG XPower 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 MG XPower. 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower 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 MG XPower
Make Citroen MG
Model C 15 XPower
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Size 1769 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2680 mm


 

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