1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 15 kg more than 1947 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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
