1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 60 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2008 Mercury Sable 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. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Sable |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 78 L |