1959 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 54 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 425 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 73 L |
