2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1949 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1949 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1949 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1949 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1949 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | 2CV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 10 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
