2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1861 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |