1967 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Saturn Vue.
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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | DS | Vue |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |