1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 57 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 64 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Forester |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |