1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 47 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |