1965 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 468 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | XC60 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2774 mm |