1965 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3700 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |
