2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1999 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1999 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
