1967 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |