1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 611 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 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |