1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 65 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 117 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | 15 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1944 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |