1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | 15 | Liana |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |