1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 988 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | 2CV | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 64 L |
