1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 53 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1524 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 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3400 mm |
