1966 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Murano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 82 L |
