1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
