1967 Citroen DS vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 39 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 398 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | DS | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
