1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 52 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), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 871 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.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 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 |
