1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 60 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
