1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15. 2000 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 15 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |
