1956 Citroen 15 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 53 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15.
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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen 15 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | 15 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |