1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 46 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1560 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 2CV | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 99 L |