1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2635 kg more than 1960 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | 2CV | Excursion |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |