1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 64 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 15 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
