1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 54 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 204 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
