2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2003 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C4 | C 15 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |