1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Highlander (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 359 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 2002 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
