1959 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 48 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | DS | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
