1965 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab
To start off, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 955 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Maxx Cab |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
