1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 75 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 15 | Defender |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |