2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 475 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 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2004 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | S-10 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
