2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2003 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Cadillac Seville | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | 2CV |
Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 9 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |