1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
