1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Element |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
