2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1966 Citroen 2CV

To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1966 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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2005 Buick Park Avenue 1966 Citroen 2CV
Make Buick Citroen
Model Park Avenue 2CV
Year Released 2005 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 425 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 205 HP 18 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 560 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L