1957 Citroen 15 vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 529 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | 15 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
