1965 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 46 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | DS | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
