1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1516 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 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2006 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 2CV | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
