1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 50 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
