1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 53 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
