1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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, 1950 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 15 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1215 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 |
