1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 62 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 238 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.
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, 1945 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Touran |
Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1563 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |