1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 2CV | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 85 L |