1955 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 399 kg more than 1955 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 15. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1955 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1955 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3048 mm |
