1965 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 39 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 384 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 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
