1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 526 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
