1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 54 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 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 942 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | DS | H3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
