1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 60 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 2008 Kia Sportage 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. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | 15 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |