1956 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 425 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Sable |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
