1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 595 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1958 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | 2CV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 73 L |
