1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 63 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1261 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 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3110 mm |
