2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 150 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 C 15 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
