1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1034 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | F-150 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 98 L |