1959 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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, 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
