1956 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Sharan |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |