1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 49 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 600 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 15 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1925 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 |
