1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1956 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (26 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Escape |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 26 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
