1960 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 46 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 306 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.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
