1966 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 256 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
