1960 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 390 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.
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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS. 2011 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
