1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1954 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1954 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 15 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3490 mm |