1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2004 Ford C-MAX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford C-MAX (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 96 kg more than 1952 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, 2004 Ford C-MAX (197 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
