2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 769 kg more than 1953 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 (454 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1953 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1953 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 | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | 15 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3100 mm |