1949 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 59 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 274 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
