1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | 15 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
