2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 59 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Avalanche | 15 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3100 mm |