1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (209 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
