1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 665 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 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15. 2006 Honda CR-V 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. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | 15 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
