2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1951 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1951 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 19 L |
