1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Sharan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |