1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 67 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 812 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Citroen 15 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2893 mm |