1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 182 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1946 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1946 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 15 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
