1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 44 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2766 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 167 L |
