1967 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 48 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
