1952 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1952 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 2CV | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |
