2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1282 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | 15 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.2:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3100 mm |