1959 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 45 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 696 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 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
