1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 259 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
