2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 58 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1737 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Tahoe | 2CV |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 9 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 63 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 20 L |