1959 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | Liana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
