2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 322 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 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V 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 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
