1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 963 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
