2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1950 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1950 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2867 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 | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
