1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 995 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Citroen 2CV 2007 Nissan X-Trail
Make Citroen Nissan
Model 2CV X-Trail
Year Released 1949 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 375 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 10 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 22 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 495 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L 60 L