1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
