1965 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 41 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 80 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 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | Murano |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |