1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 15 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
