1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1700 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV. 2008 GMC Yukon 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. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | 2CV | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 117 L |
