2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1997 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen Saxo and 1997 Citroen C 15 are equipped with a 954 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
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 Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1997 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Saxo | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
