1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Citroen C6
To start off, 2006 Citroen C6 is newer by 58 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1948 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, 2006 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 2006 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2006 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 15 | C6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |
