1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
