2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1941 Citroen 15
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Citroen 15 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1941 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1941 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1941 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3100 mm |