1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1194 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
