2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1942 Citroen 15
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 425 kg more than 1942 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1942 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |
