2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C 15 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 355 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 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C 15 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |