1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 58 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1838 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Ram |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 132 L |
