1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1946 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1946 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1946 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
