2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
