1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 421 kg more than 1950 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1950 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1950 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2797 mm |
