1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1936 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3490 mm |