1960 Citroen DS vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | DS | Korando |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |