1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 64 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 982 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Citroen 15 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Touran |
Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |