1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1048 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | 2CV | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 72 L |
