1953 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | 2CV | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
