1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 61 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1009 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 2CV | Durango |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 102 L |
