1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 514 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
