1967 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 41 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Durango |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |
