2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1949 Citroen 15
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 60 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1949 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Captiva | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
