1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
