2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | 2CV |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 13 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |