1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 884 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 15 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
