1960 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 562 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
