1965 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 44 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | DS | Element |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |