1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 777 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | DS | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |