1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | 2CV | XL7 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 70 L |