1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | 2CV | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
