1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego 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 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 452 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 15 | Montego |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |
