1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | 15 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |