1959 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 44 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
