1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 673 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 65 L |
