2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 934 kg more than 1949 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
