1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 64 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 248 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Touran |
Year Released | 1944 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |