1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 55 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 849 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 15. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1952 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1952 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
