1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 45 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1076 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 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (263 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | 2CV | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
