1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 25 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |