1959 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
