2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1806 kg more than 2002 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 Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
