1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 62 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 673 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2774 mm |
