1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 59 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | 2CV | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 129 L |
